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YFH → YLH
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Hope Airport (Fort Hope) to Lansdowne House Airport (Lansdowne House)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Eabametoong community upon takeoff and provides the most expansive perspective of the massive, island-dotted Attawapiskat Lake during the descent into Lansdowne House.
Fort Hope Settlement
A bird's-eye view of the Eabametoong First Nation community and airport infrastructure shortly after takeoff.
Attawapiskat Lake Islands
Dozens of small, forested islands scattered across the vast Attawapiskat Lake as you approach the destination.
Muskeg and Peatlands
Intricate, marble-like patterns of wetlands and peat bogs that define the subarctic landscape.
Lansdowne House Island
A clear view of the Neskantaga First Nation settlement located on an island within Attawapiskat Lake during final approach.
The right side is essential for seeing the settlement at both ends of the trip. Since these flights are typically operated at lower altitudes in smaller aircraft, keep your camera ready from the moment of takeoff. In autumn, look for the vibrant yellow needles of the tamarack trees.
Eabamet Lake South Shore
Deep blue waters and rugged shoreline views of the lake immediately following departure from YFH.
Boreal Wilderness
An endless carpet of dense black spruce and tamarack forest characteristic of the Canadian Shield.
Albany River Tributaries
Aerial views of the winding creeks and small waterways that feed into the historic Albany River system to the south.
Schade Lake
A prominent water body south of the flight path showcasing the region's complex glacial geography.
Sit on the left if you prefer looking south toward the sun for high-contrast photography of the forest. This side is particularly scenic during the late afternoon when the low sun reflects off the countless small ponds and muskeg.
Distance: 70 km (43 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 min
Departure: YFH (51.5619010925293, -87.90779876708984)
Arrival: YLH (52.19559860229492, -87.93419647216797)
Route Type: Domestic
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